What is a shoulder injury expert witness?

A shoulder injury expert witness is a medical or orthopedic specialist who explains shoulder conditions and causation in legal cases. They assist by reviewing medical records, providing reports, and testifying to clarify complex shoulder injury issues.

In what types of cases can a shoulder injury expert witness provide valuable insights?

A shoulder injury expert witness provides valuable insights in personal injury, workplace accidents, medical malpractice, sports injuries, product liability, and orthopedic surgery cases.

How can a shoulder injury expert witness strengthen causation analysis?

A shoulder injury expert witness strengthens causation analysis by linking medical findings to the incident, ruling out alternative causes, and explaining the injury mechanism clearly.

How does a shoulder injury expert witness evaluate permanent impairment?

A shoulder injury expert witness evaluates permanent impairment by assessing range of motion, strength loss, pain, functional limits, and applying AMA Guides to rate disability.

What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting shoulder injury expert witnesses?

Expert Institute delivers a tailored approach to connect you with top-tier experts. We identify actively practicing professionals who meet your exact criteria for specialty, experience, litigation background, fee structure, credentials, location, and more.

Shoulder Injury Expert Witnesses in Utah

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Utah shoulder injury expert witnesses provide clinical insight on diagnosis, treatment, and functional outcomes after shoulder trauma. They often come from orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, and physical therapy, with experience in arthroscopy, rotator cuff repair, and rehabilitation. Many practice across Intermountain Health and University of Utah Health. They evaluate causation, imaging findings, surgical indications, impairment, and return-to-work capacity.

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Shoulder Injury Experts in Utah

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Fellowship-Trained Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon Expert Witness
Fellowship-Trained Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon Expert Witness
This expert is a University Lecturer and Honorary Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon in the UK. He obtained his medical degree from the University of Manchester. He completed an Orthopaedic Academic Clinical Training programme at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Stanmore and University College London, where he was a Lecturer from 2010-14. He has completed national (Bristol and Cardiff) and international (USA, Europe and Australia) clinical and research fellowships. He has authored over 250 papers, 50 chapters and 5 books.
Honorary Consultant in Trauma & Orthopaedics, A UK Hospital
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Manchester
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Board-Certified Orthopedic and Spine Surgery Expert Witness
Board-Certified Orthopedic and Spine Surgery Expert Witness
This qualified Orthopedic Surgeon earned his MD from the Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon and completed his residency in Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology at the Hospital Universitario Jose E. Gonzalez. He completed a fellowship in Spine Surgery at the Hospital Victorio de la Fuente NarvaÃ‚Â¡ez, Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico, Mexico City. He is board certified by the Mexican Board of Orthopedic Surgery and Mexican Board of Spine Surgery. He is fluent in English.
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Universidad Autonoma De Nuevo Leon, Monterrey, Nuevo Leon
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Hip And Knee Orthopedic Surgery Expert Witness
Hip And Knee Orthopedic Surgery Expert Witness
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This Fellow of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons is a partner and faculty orthopedic surgeon at a private practice surgical center. He has remained in active clinical practice for over 30 years, during which he has authored and co-authored several publications on joint orthopedics and has made presentations on hip and knee reconstruction.
Orthopedic Surgeon, Private Practice
Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Cincinnati
Paradise Valley,
Arizona
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Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Oncology & Infections Expert Witness
Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Oncology & Infections Expert Witness
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$600/hr
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This highly qualified expert earned his MD from the University of Pretoria and completed his Orthopedic Surgery residency at Pretoria Academic Hospital and Kalafong Hospital. He then went on to complete a fellowship in Orthopedic Oncology at the University of Florida and a fellowship in Tumor Surgery and Tissue Banking at Cornell University. He is Board Equivalent Certified in Orthopedic Surgery. This expert has published over 60 peer-reviewed journal articles and has Co-authored 12 books and manuscripts. He is a reviewer for several national and international journals such as, The Orthopedic Review Journal, the Journal of Bone Surgery ,Current Oncology, and the SA Orthopedic Journal. This expert currently serves as Professor of Orthopedic Surgery and Director of the Musculoskeletal Tumor Unit at a major university affiliated medical center.
Director, Major University Affiliated Medical Center
Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Pretoria
Aurora,
Colorado
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Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery Expert Witness
Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery Expert Witness
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$550/hr
This qualified expert earned his BS and MS at the University of Southern California and his MD at the Georgetown School of Medicine; he completed a general surgery internship at the University of California at Los Angeles, an orthopedic surgery residency at the Tulane University School of Medicine, and a foot & ankle surgery fellowship at the Miller Orthopaedic Clinic. This expert's expertise is highlighted by his 20+ published peer-reviewed journal articles and his extensive experience as course faculty giving over 200 presentations worldwide. He is the Founder of a Foot and Ankle Institute and the Director of an Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Fellowship. Additionally, he is orthopaedic consultant for a Nevada collegiate sports program, taking care of all their athletes over the past 10 years. He is also involved with medical school training of students and residence in orthopedic surgery.
Team Physician, University Sports Program in NV
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Georgetown University School of Medicine
Henderson,
Nevada
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Related Specialties

Trauma Orthopedic Surgery Orthopedic Surgery Injury Biomechanics

What Can a Shoulder Injury Expert Witness Opine On?

Rotator Cuff Tear Evaluation

Assess diagnosis, severity, and treatment of rotator cuff tears.

Shoulder Instability and Dislocation

Analyze causes, management, and outcomes of recurrent dislocation.

Labral and SLAP Lesion Analysis

Interpret imaging and exams for labral and SLAP shoulder injuries.

Impingement and Bursitis Assessment

Evaluate impingement syndromes, bursitis, and related work limits.

Post-Traumatic Shoulder Arthritis

Link fractures or dislocations to later degenerative shoulder changes.

Functional Capacity and Disability

Determine lasting motion loss, strength deficits, and impairment.

FAQs for Shoulder Injury Expert Witnesses in Utah

What medical licenses and board certifications should a shoulder injury expert witness hold in Utah?

An MD or DO licensed by the Utah Division of Professional Licensing, often with American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery certification; some also hold subspecialty certification in Sports Medicine.

How does orthopedic fellowship training impact a shoulder injury expert’s qualifications in Utah?

Shoulder-focused fellowships (sports medicine or shoulder/elbow) can strengthen qualifications; Utah experts often trained at University of Utah Health, Intermountain Health, or out of state.

What Utah hospitals or medical centers do shoulder injury expert witnesses commonly work with?

They commonly practice or consult at University of Utah Hospital, Intermountain Medical Center (Murray), or St. Mark’s Hospital, and may also work with Ogden Regional or Utah Valley Hospital.

Are shoulder injury expert witnesses in Utah typically involved in academic or clinical research?

Many are involved in research through University of Utah Health or Intermountain Health, including outcomes studies on rotator cuff repair, instability, and arthritis; private clinicians may publish less.

How can I verify a shoulder injury expert’s professional standing with Utah licensing boards?

Check the Utah Division of Professional Licensing license lookup for active status and actions; board certification can be confirmed with the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery verification tools.

Is there a strong regional presence of shoulder injury specialists in Utah’s major metropolitan areas?

Yes; many shoulder specialists are based along the Wasatch Front, including Salt Lake City, Murray, Provo/Orem, and Ogden, where major systems like University of Utah Health and Intermountain Health operate.